Meaning of the word "health is not valued till sickness comes" in English

What does "health is not valued till sickness comes" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

health is not valued till sickness comes

US /hɛlθ ɪz nɑt ˈvæljud tɪl ˈsɪknəs kʌmz/
UK /hɛlθ ɪz nɒt ˈvæljuːd tɪl ˈsɪknəs kʌmz/
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Idiom

people do not appreciate the importance of their health until they become ill

Example:
I never used to exercise, but health is not valued till sickness comes.
After his heart attack, he realized that health is not valued till sickness comes.